Seasoning Mixes: Quick & Easy Ideas

CHICKEN FAJITAS

Potato or Macaroni Salad Prepare Chicken Fajitas mix according to package directions, then cool. Stir into your favorite potato or macaroni salad. If you like, add corn, red or black beans, jalapeno peppers, green onions, cilantro and lime juice.

CHILI

French Fry Chili Nachos Prepare Chili mix according to package directions, then pour over hot French fries or roasted potatoes. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream and guacamole.   Chili Burgers Mix 1 lb. ground beef or turkey with one pkg. Chili Spices & Seasonings. Shape into 4 patties and cook. Serve burgers on toasted buns with onions and cheddar cheese. Chili Meatballs with Cheese Sauce Combine 1 lb. ground turkey or beef with 1 pkg. Chili Spices & Seasoning. Shape into balls. Bake meatballs in 400°F oven about 20 minutes, turning once. Serve as an appetizer with cheese sauce for dipping. Chili Home Fries Combine 1 pkg. Chili Spices & Seasonings with 2 lbs. fresh potatoes (cut into chunks) and 1/3 cup vegetable oil. Place in 13x9x2-inch pan and bake in a 400°F oven for 45 minutes. Chili with Pasta & Cheese Prepare 1 pkg. Chili Spices & Seasonings using ground beef or turkey. Serve over cooked pasta; top with shredded cheddar cheese and lime juice.

ENCHILADA SAUCE

Taco Salad Prepare sauce according to package directions. Stir in cooked ground beef and 1 can (15 oz.) drained and rinsed black beans. Serve in taco shells or over tortilla chips with sour cream, shredded cheese and lettuce.

EXTRA THICK & RICH SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Trade Pasta for Potatoes Add cooked ground beef or sliced chicken to sauce, then pour the mixture over a hot baked potato. For a finishing touch, top with shredded cheese.